EFFECT OF LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT ON PROCUREMENT PERFORMANCE IN MIKAP NIGERIA LIMITED, MAKURDI, BENUE STATE, NIGERIA

This study investigated the effect of logistics management on procurement performance of Mikap Nigeria Limited, Makurdi, Benue State. Specifically, it examined the effects of inventory management, transportation management, and warehousing management on procurement performance of Mikap Nigeria Limited, Makurdi, Benue State. Using a case study survey design, data was collected from 48 employees across management staff and the staff of procurement, transport, finance, store, production and quality control units/departments of the company through a self-administered structured questionnaire. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, including regression analysis. The findings revealed that all three logistics management practices (inventory management, transportation management, and warehousing management) had a statistically significant positive effect on procurement performance, with transportation management having the strongest effect (β =0.715, t= 10.096, p= 0.000), followed by warehousing management (β= 0.341, t= 4.857, p= 0.000), and lastly, inventory management showing the least effect on procurement performance of Mikap Nigeria Limited (β = 0.224, t = 3.145, p= 0.003).The results align with the Resource-Based View (RBV) theory, suggesting that efficient logistics management can serve as a valuable resource that enhances procurement performance. The study concluded that improved logistics practices in inventory management, transportation, and warehousing are crucial for enhancing procurement efficiency and operational effectiveness in Nigeria’s agricultural processing industry. Based on the findings, actionable recommendations include investing in advanced logistics systems, optimizing transportation routes, and improving warehouse operations were made.